Thanks...

Apparently, I am somewhat of a masochist. Haa! Had I not purchased all the parts already, I would have likely changed my plans on this build.

Update:

I've taken measurements (multiple times) and although I still don't trust the numbers, the diagnal-section and cross section measurements are within ~1/16 of an inch. I would like to validate my findings but I cannot find these measurements in my books. can someone provide me with these three measurements:

Center of door striker to door striker;
Inner rocker to inner rocker at the kick panel; and
Inner rocker to inner rocker at the front leaf spring / frame rail area.

I can build up my bracing once I have some affirmation that my measurements are good.

Cheers for all the help!

Wade